Best fit
Who should shortlist this first
- AI for Finance buyers
Upstart is an AI lending platform that uses machine learning to evaluate non-traditional credit data, improving access to credit while reducing bias and default rates.
Pricing
Partner-based pricing
Reviews
500+
Founded
2012
Team Size
1001-5000 employees
About Upstart
Upstart is an AI lending platform that partners with banks and credit unions to improve access to affordable credit. The platform uses machine learning models that consider over 1,600 variables beyond traditional FICO scores to assess creditworthiness.
By evaluating factors like education, employment history, and financial behavior, Upstart enables lenders to approve more borrowers while maintaining low default rates. The platform automates the lending process from application through funding.
Pricing
Partner-based pricing
Partner Model: Revenue sharing with lending partners based on loan origination
Buyer Fit & Commercial Snapshot
Buyer teams
Common buyer roles
- AI-Powered
- API Available
Commercials
Commercial snapshot
Pricing
Partner-based pricing
Reviews
500+
Founded
2012
Team Size
1001-5000 employees
Procurement
Questions to answer before purchase
- Confirm security, access controls, and onboarding ownership directly with the vendor.
- Validate how Partner-based pricing pricing scales as usage grows.
- Review website and support resources before procurement review.
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Stack Fit, Alternatives & Trust
Ecosystem
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Alternatives
Other products buyers may compare
- Dext Prepare
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- Planful
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Trust
Signals available today
- Lending partners praise improved approval rates and lower loss rates compared to traditional underwriting. Borrowers appreciate the fast, fully automated application process.
- LinkedIn company profile available
- Profile refreshed Apr 13, 2026
- Public profile launched Apr 13, 2026
Executive scan
Summary and what a claimed profile unlocks
Upstart is a ai for finance product positioned for buyers that want stronger context around pricing, category fit, and real-world proof before committing to a shortlist.
How should buyers evaluate this profile?
Start with category fit, pricing posture, and buyer proof. Then confirm rollout support and procurement readiness directly with the vendor.
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Case Studies
Enterprise deployment at scale
A mid-market company implemented Upstart across 3 departments, reducing operational overhead and consolidating their workflow into a single platform...
ROI within first quarter
After switching to Upstart, the team reported measurable improvements in efficiency and a positive return on investment within 90 days...
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Notable Customers
- Cross River Bank
- Customers Bank
- WSFS Bank
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